Situated approximately 320 kilometres south-east of Perth, the Shire of Broomehill-Tambellup sits at the heart of Western Australia’s Great Southern region. The western part of the Shire rests on the traditional lands of the Kaneang people, while the eastern side lies within the country of the Goreng people, both belonging to the broader Noongar nation, whose connection to this land spans tens of thousands of years.
Covering an area of 2,609 square kilometres and home to a close-knit population of around 1,046 people, Broomehill-Tambellup is shaped by its rich agricultural heritage. Broadacre cropping and sheep grazing are the pillars of the local economy, with vast golden fields and grazing flocks defining the landscape. The Shire’s farming traditions are complemented by its warm country hospitality and scenic rural charm, making it a quintessential part of the Great Southern Treasures experience.
The township of Broomehill is recognised as the starting point of the famous Holland Track, a historic 700km goldfields route blazed by John Holland in 1893. Visitors can still explore heritage buildings, walk the Broomehill Heritage Trail, or pause at the Eticup site, where a commemorative plaque marks the memory of the once-thriving township.
Tambellup offers visitors a chance to get into nature with a range peaceful walking trails, birdwatching opportunities, and a chance to spot native wildlife in their natural habitat. Springtime brings bursts of wildflowers to the area, painting the landscape with colour. Spot orchids, everlastings and unique native blooms, uncover local history along heritage sites and wander reserves alive with colour and birdlife. Download your free Wildflower Drive Trails Map and start planning your wildflower adventure.
